Beneficent Definition & Meaning

beneficent
adjective
  1. doing or producing good; "the most beneficent regime in history"
  2. generous in assistance to the poor; "a benevolent contributor"; "eleemosynary relief"; "philanthropic contributions"

"Beneficent" in song lyrics

See how beneficent is used in real songs:

  • "The most merciful and most beneficent"
    Darkim Be Allah f/ AllahWise, Supreme Just — Underground Degree
  • "The beneficent"
    Poor Righteous Teachers — Here We Go Again

Usage tips for "beneficent"

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